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Ministry of Defence
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh to launch a website enabling citizens to contribute for the Armed Forces Battle Casualties Welfare Fund
Website on “Maa Bharati Ke Sapoot” to have film icon Shri Amitabh Bachchan as Goodwill Ambassador
‘Maa Bharati Ke Sapoot’  website for the Armed Forces Battle Casualties Welfare Fund  will be launched by the Hon’ble Raksha Mantri, Shri Rajnath Singh during a function being organised at National War Memorial Complex at New Delhi on 14 October 2022.
AFBCWF is a Tri service fund, utilised for grant of immediate financial assistance of ex-gratia, to the Next of Kin and dependents of Battle Casualties. While the Government of India has initiated a large number of Welfare Schemes for the soldiers killed or disabled during active military operations in the line of duty, there has been a strong public sentiment and requests from patriotic citizens, corporate heads/ industry captains, to contribute to the cause of welfare of the soldiers and their families. This website is being launched to facilitate patriotic Indians to partner in this noble cause.
Shri Amitabh Bachchan has accepted to be the ‘Goodwill Ambassador’. The Chief of Defence Staff, all three Service Chiefs, Param Vir Chakra  awardees and other prominent officials of MoD, Corporate Heads, Chairman & Managing Directors of Banks, eminent serving personnel from field of Sports and celebrities will attend the function. On that day, ten Next of Kins of fallen heroes and soldiers disabled in active military operations will also be felicitated. Parents and relatives of many War decorated soldiers have also been invited.
Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs 
Cabinet approves continuation of sub-schemes under “Umbrella programme for development of Scheduled Tribes” for the period till March, 2020
Over 10 crore Scheduled Tribe people to be benefitted
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modihas given its approval for continuation of sub-schemes under “Umbrella programme for development of Scheduled Tribes” from 1.4.2017 to 31.3.2020 with an outlay of Rs.11,900 crore.
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Special Central Assistance  to States for Tribal Sub-Schemes 
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The sub-schemes will help to fill critical gaps in institutions and programmes for the welfare of Scheduled Tribes with focus on specific interventions.
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More than 10 crore Scheduled Tribe population will be benefitted through this scheme.
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The ongoing schemes have been rationalised by the Government and have been brought under Umbrella programme for development of Scheduled Tribes as its sub-schemes. These sub-schemes need continuation for delivering development related services to the intended ST beneficiaries. The aims of these schemes are as under:
- To reduce the gap in the education achievement of ST children compared to the other population groups
- To fill in the critical gaps in existing efforts of access, retention and quality of education of ST children
- Research studies in the field of tribal development
- To promote effectiveness in delivery of service and also enhance the reach of welfare schemes of Government in service deficient tribal areas in the sectors such as livelihood, health, education etc. through efforts of Voluntary Organisations 
- Planning the socio-economic development of the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups  in a holistic manner by adopting habitat development approach
- To establish a system to ensure fair monetary returns to Minor Forest Produce  gatherers for their efforts in collection, primary processing, storage, packaging, transportation etc.
- vii. To enhance quality of life by providing basic amenities in tribal areas / localities including housing, link road, last mile connectivity, drinking water, sanitation etc.
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Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
SBI and other partners for Madhya Pradesh edition of Khelo India Youth Games feel privileged to get opportunity to nurture sports ecosystem in the country
For the second year in a row, the State Bank of India  has extended its sponsorship for Khleo India Youth Games  in Madhya Pradesh and remained as KIYG's Principal sponsor for KIYG 2022 edition.
“We are delighted to continue our association with Khelo India which supports and promotes the aspirations of Indian youth towards sports. At the ongoing Khelo India youth games 2023, we are happy to witness increased participation from young athletes showcasing their sportsmanship. Through this partnership, we aim to nurture the value of sports and fitness among Indian youth” said SBI.
Besides SBI, Dream Sports has also come back to sponsor KIYG as their co-powered by sponsor and is delighted to be associated with the KIYG brand again.
Speaking about their association, Bhavit Sheth, COO & Co-Founder, Dream Sports, said, “It is our privilege to associate with the Khelo India Youth Games that share our passion of empowering India’s youth and our vision to make sports better. Through this partnership, we hope to continue to work towards our common goal of nurturing India’s sports ecosystem and encourage our budding athletes to pursue sports.”
This is the second year in a row that Khelo India has opened up to corporate sponsorship for the KIYG with the aim to achieve the objective of a win-win and work-work relationship for both Khelo India and the Sponsor.
While both SBI and Dream Sports have partnered with KIYG in the past, this is the first time that Sports for All  has come on as KIYG's powered by sponsor. Talking about the new association Rishikesh Joshi, Founder & CEO of SFA said " Sports For All  is honoured to come on board as the Powered By Sponsor for KIYG. Khelo India's mission to create a sporting aspiration across the country and build medal-winning athletes is something SFA resonates with strongly. At SFA it is our relentless effort to help build a sporting culture at the grassroots level and we believe such a deep-rooted partnership will accelerate India's growth as a sporting nation."
The Khelo India Youth Games Madhya Pradesh edition kicked off on January 30th and will conclude on February 11 across eight cities of Madhya Pradesh. Nearly 6000 young athletes from 36 states and Union Territories are participating in the Games.
In this edition of the Games, a total of 27 sporting events have featured, with water sports such as Kayaking, Rowing and Water Salom making their KIYG debut.
Ministry of Home Affairs
SHRI RAJNATH SINGH INAUGURATES NIA OFFICES IN HYDERABAD AND GUWAHATI LAUDS AGENCY’S ROLE IN INVESTIGATION OF TERRORIST ACTIVITIES
Union Minister of Home Affairs, Shri Rajnath Singh said that the National Investigation Agency  has emerged as a premier agency in the country setting standards of excellence in counter terrorism and national security related investigations. Inaugurating the NIA office and residential complexes at Hyderabad and Guwahati, he said that there has been an increasing trend in the number of case being entrusted to NIA since its inception in 2009. Shri Rajnath Singh said that NIA has achieved conviction rate of 92% in the cases assigned to it. Out of the total of 249 cases assigned charge sheets have been filed in 180 cases. The investigations carried out by NIA have resulted in significant decrease in number of youth joining terrorist outfits, he said. The Minister said that investigations conducted by NIA have helped unearth an entire range of illegal activities involving terrorist groups from terror conspiracy and funding to specific incidents of terrorism. The scope of NIA investigations encompasses terrorist outfits in India and also global terrorist organizations like JeM, Hizbul Mujahiddin, Lashkar-e-Taiba, etc.
Several complex cases such as twin blasts in Hyderabad in 2013, Patna Blasts , Pathankot terror attack case  have been successfully investigated by NIA, Shri Rajanth Singh added.
NIA is assigned cases for investigation by the Ministry of Home Affairs either on the basis of a report from a state government on suo motu based on the gravity and complexity of the offence. It also acts as a nodal agency in matters relating to terror financing and smuggling and inculcation of Fake Indian Currency Notes  closely working with other agencies.
Alluding to the terrorist attack on February 14, 2019 at Phulwama in Jammu and Kashmir, Shri Singh said that, our country has given a fitting reply to terrorists across the border. The Prime Minister has directed our forces to take appropriate action decisively. India has succeeded in garnering international support in its fight against terrorism. For the first time, Shri Singh said the Organisation of Islamic Countries  have invited the External Affairs Minister of India, Smt. Sushma Swaraj as Guest of Honour to the meet, he said.
Earlier, Shri Y.C. Modi, DIG, NIA welcomed the gathering. Shri E.S.L. Narasimhan, Governor of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, Shri Mahmood Ali, Home Minister, Government of Telangana were also present. Shri Alok Mittal, IG, NIA, delivered vote of thanks.
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President's Secretariat
Envoys of Four Nations Present Credentials to President of India
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, accepted credentials from Ambassador of Republic of Cuba, High Commissioner of Republic Ghana, Ambassador of Mongolia and High Commissioner of Republic of Sierra Leone in Ashok Hall, Rashtrapati Bhavan today .
Those who presented their credentials were:
1. H.E. Mr. Alejandro Simancas Marin, Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba
2. H.E. Mr. Kwaku Asomah-Cheremeh, High Commissioner of the Republic of Ghana
3. H.E. Mr. Ganbold Dambajav, Ambassador of Mongolia
4. H.E. Mr. Rashid Sesay, High Commissioner of the Republic of Sierra Leone
Following presentation of credentials, the President interacted with the four envoys separately. He congratulated them on their appointments and highlighted the warm and friendly relations that India shared with the countries and the multifaceted relationship that India enjoyed with them. The President also wished them success in strengthening of bilateral ties and for their well-being and progress and prosperity of the friendly people.
Through the Ambassadors and the High Commissioners, the President also conveyed his personal regards to their leadership. Envoys present at the event reiterated their commitment to work closely to strengthen their ties with India.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
182.55 cr vaccine doses have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
India's Active caseload currently stands at 21,530
Active cases stand at 0.05%
Recovery Rate currently at 98.75%
2,499 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to
4,24,78,087
1,685 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate 
Weekly Positivity Rate 
78.56 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 6,91,425 tests conducted in the last 24 hours
Ministry of Defence
MAROON BERET CEREMONIAL PARADE AT GARUD REGIMENTAL TRAINING CENTRE AIR FORCE STATION CHANDINAGAR
An impressive Maroon Beret Ceremonial Parade  was held on 17 July 2021 at Garud Regimental Training Centre, Air Force Station Chandinagar to mark the successful completion of training of 69 Air Force Special Forces Operatives . Air Commodore K Khajuria VSM, Air Commodore Operations , reviewed the Passing Out Parade as the Chief Guest of the event.
The Chief Guest awarded the coveted trophies to the meritorious trainees and presented the Maroon Beret, Garud proficiency Badge and special forces tabs to successful Garud trainees. The best all rounder trophy was presented to LAC Akhoka Muivah. In his address to the young Garud Commandos, the Chief Guest emphasised on the need for the trainees to maintain high levels of professionalism. He also congratulated the training staff for their hard work and exhorted them to keep the pennant flying high.
During the parade, the Garuds carried out demonstrations to showcase various skills such as Combat Firing Skill, Hostage Rescue Firing Drill, Assault Explosives, Obstacle Crossing Drill, Wall Climbing/ Slithering/ Rappelling Skills & Military Martial Arts.
Maroon Beret Ceremonial Parade is a moment of pride and achievement for Garuds, marking the culmination of their training signifying transformation into 'Young Special Forces Operators'.
Prime Minister's Office
PM responds to citizen’s comments on Kashi Tamil Sangamam
Kashi Tamil Sangamam is a very innovative programme which will further cultural exchanges and celebrate India’s cultural diversity: PM
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has responded to citizen’s reactions on Kashi Tamil Sangamam that was launched yesterday by him. Citizens have responded enthusiastically to the initiative to reaffirm and rediscover the age-old links between Tamil Nadu and Kashi – two of the country’s most important and ancient seats of learning.
The Prime Minister responded by acknowledging people’s views on the great heritage of Kashi and Tamil Nadu
People’s appreciation of the quality of the organization
And the greatness and global popularity of Tamil language and culture
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Ministry of Women and Child Development
Parliament Passes Juvenile Justice  Amendment Bill 2021
District Magistrates Further Empowered Under The Act To Ensure Its Smooth Implementation
Offences Where Maximum Sentence is More Than 7 Years Imprisonment But No Minimum Sentence Has Been Prescribed Or Minimum Sentence Of Less Than 7 Years Is Provided To Be Treated As Serious Offences
Eligibility Parameters For Appointment Of CWC Members Redefined To Ensure that Only The Persons Capable Of Rendering Quality Service With Requisite Competence And Integrity Are Appointed
The Juvenile Justice  Amendment Bill, 2021, which seeks to amend the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015, was passed in the Rajya Sabha, today. The bill was introduced in the Parliament by the Government in the Budget session this year. It was passed in Lok Sabha on 24.03.2021.
While introducing the bill, Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani, Union Minister for Women and Child Development stressed upon the necessity for entrusting District Magistrates with the responsibility of care and protection of vulnerable children in light of the prevailing inadequacies in the system. She recounted the commitment of the Parliament towards prioritising India’s children above all issues.
The amendments include authorizing District Magistrate including Additional District Magistrate to issue adoption orders under Section 61 of the JJ Act, in order to ensure speedy disposal of cases and enhance accountability. The District Magistrates have been further empowered under the Act, to ensure its smooth implementation, as well as garner synergized efforts in favour of children in distress conditions. As per the amended provisions of the Act,any Child Care Institutions shall be registered after considering the recommendations of the District Magistrate. The DM shall independently evaluate the functioning of District Child Protection Units, Child Welfare Committees, Juvenile Justice Boards, Specialized Juvenile Police Units, Child care Institutions etc.
The eligibility parameters for appointment of CWC members have been redefined. Criteria for disqualification of the CWC members has also been introduced to ensure that only the persons capable of rendering quality service with requisite competence and integrity are appointed to CWC.
Presently there are three categories  defined under the Act which are referred to, while considering the cases of children in conflict with law. However, it was observed that some of the offences do not strictly fall under any of these categories. It has been decided that offences where the maximum sentence is more than 7 years imprisonment but no minimum sentence has been prescribed or minimum sentence of less than 7 years is provided, shall be treated as serious offences within this Act.
Several difficulties faced in implementation of various provisions of the Act have also been addressed and Suitable amendments to remove these difficulties arising in the interpretation of various provisions of the Juvenile Justice  Act, 2015 and to clarify the scope of certain provisions of the Act have also been introduced.
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
220.61 cr Total Vaccine doses  have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
1,13,507 doses administered in last 24 hours
India's Active caseload currently stands at 1,781
Active cases stand at 0.01%
Recovery Rate currently at 98.81%
111 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to 4,41,51,219
109 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate 
Weekly Positivity Rate 
91.67 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 1,41,248 tests conducted in the last 24 hours
Ministry of Finance
Necessary Preventive Measures taken by National Academy of Indirect Taxes and Customs  against Swine Flu
It has been reported that several cases of Swine Flu have been detected in general in National Capital Region  with more concentration in Faridabad. Some cases of Swine Flu have also been reported in National Academy of Customs, Indirect Taxes and Narcotics , Faridabad. Out of nine positive cases among the officer trainees, four OTs were hospitalized and all have been discharged after proper treatment. There is a declining trend in the cases of Swine Flu and no new case has been reported among the OTs after Tuesday.
The Academy administration has taken all necessary preventive measures including treatment and fumigation of entire campus in collaboration with District Health Department and other empanelled doctors and hospitals. The OTs and staff of NACIN have been given the vaccination and medication required. All necessary logistical support is being extended for proper care.
Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
Janaushadhi Diwas week to be observed from 1st March to 7th March 2022
Theme of 4th Janaushadhi Diwas: “Jan Aushadhi-Jan Upyogi”
Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India , under the aegis of Department of Pharmaceuticals is going to celebrate their 4th Jan Aushadhi Diwas by organizing weeklong celebrations at different locations across the country covering all States/UTs. This will generate awareness about the usages of generic medicines and benefits of Jan Aushadhi Pariyojana.
Various events during the week long celebrations will be conducted with closed coordination of PMBJKs owners, Beneficiaries, State/UT officials, Public Representatives, Doctors, Health Workers, Nurses, Pharmacists, Jan Aushadhi Mitra’s and other stakeholders to discuss about the Scheme, its salient features and achievements. All the activities will be organized within the spirit of “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav” and several events have been planned at 75 locations.The events have been planned in different cities starting from 1st of March 2022 to 7th March 2022, which will focus on awareness about the Jan Aushadhi Scheme, Seminars, participation of children, women and NGO’s, Heritage walks and Health walks and many other activities.Day wise activities planned to be held across the country are as under:
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Jan Aushadhi Diwas
The main event of “Jan Aushadhi Diwas” will be held on 7th March 2022  at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilizers, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya and Minister of State for Chemicals & Fertilizers, Shri Bhagwant Khuba will grace the event.
As on 31st January, 2022, the number of stores has increased to 8,675. Under the PMBJP, all 739 districts of the nation have been covered. The scheme ensures easy reach of affordable medicine to the people in every nook and corner of the country. The Government has set a target to increase the number of Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras  to 10,500 by the end of March 2025. Product basket of PMBJP comprises of 1451 drugs and 240 surgical instruments. Further, new medicines and nutraceuticals products like protein powder, malt-based food supplements, protein bar, immunity bar, sanitizer, masks, glucometer, oximeter, etc. have been launched. At present three IT enabled warehouses of PMBJP are functional at Gurugram, Chennai & Guwahati and fourth one is ready to start operations at Surat. Further, 39 distributors have been appointed across the country to support the supply of medicines to remote and rural areas.
Ministry of Education
Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank takes over as Union Human Resource Development Minister
The newly appointed Union Minister of Human Resource Development, Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank, assumed charge of his office in Shastri Bhawan today.On his arrival at the Ministry of HRD in Shastri Bhawan, Shri Pokhriyal was received by Secretary, Higher Education, Shri R. Subramanyam and Secretary, School Education &Literacy Smt. Rina Rayand other senior officers of the Ministry.
After assuming charge, Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishankheld a meeting with the senior officers of the Ministry where he was briefed about the key initiatives of the Ministry. Speaking on the occasion, the Minister emphasized on high quality standards in education, designing programs and policies relevant to the ground reality in our country and strengthening the implementation of educational programmes. Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank further said that strengthening the monitoring system and receiving actual feedback from the grass roots will help to achieve the goals of our programmes and policies better. It is not only important to have a vision but also a passion to implement the vision, he added.
The sixty year old MP, Dr Pokhriyal hails from PauriGarhwal, Uttarakhand. Currently, he represents the Haridwar Parliamentary constituency in Lok Sabha.He also represented the 16th Lok Sabha and was member in several Parliamentary Committees during the same. He has also been active in state politics. He was Member, Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly for three terms . He was the Minister of Development of Uttaranchal in Govt. of Uttar Pradesh  and Minister of Culture and Religion, Govt. of Uttar Pradesh . He has also been
Minister of several key departments in Government of Uttarakhand and has served as Chief Minister of Uttarakhand .
Dr. Ramesh PokhriyalNishankis a writer of poems, stories and novels and has translated various books in more than 12 Indian and Foreign Languages. He is involved in various research works done on ‘Nishank’ Literature in Indian and Foreign Universities and his writings are included in the curriculum of Indian and Foreign Schools and Universities. He has received Honorary Degree of DFC and D.Litt from International Open University Colombo. He also has Honorary Degree of Ph.D. and D.Litt. from various other Universities. He is also a recipient of “Bharat Gaurav Samman” the highest Literary honour of Mauritius.
Prime Minister's Office
PM greets people on Onam
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the people on the auspicious festival of Onam.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “Greetings on Onam. This is a unique festival, which celebrates harmony. It is also an occasion to express gratitude to our hardworking farmers. May everyone be blessed with joy and best health.”